Five Things: When The Rain Comes

Five things to know today, Tuesday, March 12, 2013:

1. At least it's not snow. Showers today, mainly after 2 p.m. Patchy fog. High near 55. South wind 7 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent. Tonight, mainly before 1 a.m. Patchy fog. Low around 37. South wind 8 to 14 mph becoming northwest after midnight. The combo of rain and melting snow means minor street and stream flooding is possible this afternoon and evening.

2. Story time for little ones at the library. Stop in at the Stoneham Public Library today at 10:30 a.m. for StoryTime. This event is for children ages 0-plus mixed ages, and it is perfect for families. Songs, stories and simple crafts for children to enjoy with an adult in the activity room. For more information, contact the Stoneham Junior Room at 781-438-1325.

3. Register now for Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham's 9th annual Bowl-a-thon. It takes place on Sunday, May 19. Register your team or yourself by emailing info@bgcstoneham.org or visiting the Stoneham Club, 15 Dale Court, Stoneham, MA 02180 or at the Wakefield Bowladrome. Registering early will help the club plan better and allow you to bowl at the time you prefer. Teams encouraged (up to 4 people playing during each game), collect pledges to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Stoneham and Wakefield, and make it interesting by initiating a challenge to another team or group!Learn more about the event and registering.

4. Free tax prep for eligible seniors. The Stoneham Senior Center is partnering with AARP's tax preparation service to offer free tax assistance to eligible Stoneham senior citizens. Help is available for simple tax forms from certified tax preparers. To qualify for the assistance, you must have an income of less than $40,000 filing singly or $60,000 filing jointly as a married couple. Appointments are available each Tuesday from 9 a.m. to noon through April 9. You must call for an appointment: (781) 438-1157. When you go for your appointment, bring your 2012 return as well as recent water and municipal tax bills.

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